Kowa Prominar Mft 12Mm F/1.8 Lens Green

Kowa Prominar Mft 12mm F/1.8 Lens Green

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The Kowa PROMINAR MFT 12mm Lens, in green, is a wide angle manual focus lens for the Micro Four Thirds sensor format. Compact, stylish, and featuring advanced optics and Japanese construction drawing on 60+ years of Kowa's optical heritage, the lens is a suitable choice for sophisticated MFT cameras such as the Panasonic GH5. It features a 9-blade circular iris with f/1.8 and T1.9 maximum aperture and T-stop, and is designed with 12 lens elements in 10 groups. It is a fully multi-coated XD lens (extra-low dispersion glass) that can help you achieve reduced chromatic aberration.

Wide Angle Lens for MFT Sensor Format f/1.8 and T1.9 Max Aperture and T-Stop 9-Blade Circular Iris 12 Lens Elements in 10 Groups 7.9" Minimum Focusing Distance Dual Link Iris (Silent / Click-Stop) Floating Mechanism System Aluminum Alloy Body Made in Japan

Key Specs
Focal Length	12mm
Maximum Aperture	T1.9 f/1.8
Lens Mount	Micro Four Thirds
Lens Format Coverage	MFT
Filter Thread	72 mm
Image Stabilization	No
Electronic Communication	No
Parameters
Maximum Aperture	T1.9 f/1.8
Lens Mount	Micro Four Thirds
Interchangeable Mount	No
Lens Format Coverage	MFT
Image Circle	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Angle of View	MFT Horizontal: 74.9° Diagonal: 86.8°
Optical Design	12 Elements in 10 Groups
Filter Thread	72 mm
Minimum Focus Distance	From Unspecified Point in Lens: 7.9" / 0.2 m
Maximum Magnification Ratio	1:10
Diaphragm Blades	9
Image Stabilization	No
Gear Standard	Not Specified by Manufacturer
Electronic Communication	No
Diameter	Front: 3" / 76 mm
Length	3.56" / 90.5 mm
Weight	16.76 oz / 475 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight	1.81 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	6.55 x 5.1 x 4.9"

Dual Link Iris
A Dual Link Iris system allows you to switch between silent and click-stop aperture adjustment.

Circular Aperture
A 9-blade aperture ensures that the diaphragm is circular at all f-stops, providing for a more natural impression.

Floating Mechanism System
The floating mechanism system is effective in preventing malfunction and increasing the life of the lens. Tests have shown high optical performance at all supported subject distances.

Aluminum Alloy Construction
All internal parts are protected by a solid and rigid aluminum housing.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How would you compare IQ on this lens vs the Veydra 12mm?

A: I would say that the image quality of the Kowa is very good and comparable with the Veydra. While Kowa is not that well known in the still world and recently in the movie world, they are a venerable Japanese optical company that has produced respected optics for generations. I would say that your choice comes down to features. If you are stills oriented with occasional video, the Kowa might be just the ticket. If you will be doing only video, the cinema oriented Veydra set of primes would be good choice.

Q: 2. Will this lens provide aperture/focus remote control with Blackmagic Micro Studio Camera 4K / Blackmagic Design ATEM Television Studio Pro 4K Live Production Switcher Set-Up?

A: It will not, this is a manual cinema lens. You can only control the aperture and focus on the lens itself.

Q: 3. Which digiscope instrument to buy for iphone 14 pro?

A: This Novagrade Universal Double Gripper Digiscoping Adapter would be the best option in my opinion: https://bhpho.to/32hdKfd

Q: 4. Will this lens work with Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera?

A: The Kowa PROMINAR MFT 8.5mm f/2.8 Lens (Black) is made to cover Micro Four Thirds sensors which have a image diagonal 21.64mm. By all reports it does so. The Blackmagic Design Pocket camera has a Super 16 sensor. It has a image diagonal of 14.33mm. Therefore this lens will easily cover this smaller sensor. It should be a superb lens for video.

Q: 5. Is this a fully manual lens?

A: Yes it's a fully manual lens

Q: 6. How does the lens focus? and How is the diaphragm controlled?

A: You adjust the focus and aperture manually. There are no auto functions available.

Q: 7. Ive assumed this could be adapted to Lumix G9, thats correct?

A: We do have C-Mount to MFT adapters. However this lens only covers a 1 sensor, it will not cover the MFT sized sensor of the G9.

Q: 8. where is this scope made?

A: The Kowa TSN-553 15-45x55 PROMINAR Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing), is made in Japan.

Q: 9. May not be needed with this low power and wide view but does it have threads to accept a tripod adaptor?

A: The Kowa 6x30 YF II Binoculars (Green) BH #KO6X30YFII • MFR #YF II 30-6 does not have any tripod mounting hole. It will require a cradle type of adapter. Example: Velbon Binocular Holder BH #VEBNCLARHLDR • MFR #BINOCULAR HOLDER

Q: 10. Will this work on a c-mount Bolex H16?

A: yes it will work on a c-mount Bolex

Fred	03/09/2024
[12mm] I have the sibling, angled version, of the TSN-664M and decided that for certain applications, this straight viewing model was something I needed to have. It seems at this time the TSN-664M and 663M are being phased out for a new model. I am hopeful this line won't go the way of the Dodo. I think Kowa is a premier spotting scope manufacturer, and this model is a great way to get into a premium spotting scope. My preference is the 30x wide-angle eyepiece. It is super comfortable for long-term viewing especially if you wear glasses. You can't go wrong with the Kowa Prominar line. 5

Domenico	03/07/2024
[1.81 lb] great lens 5

Norman	01/07/2024
[72 mm] I've been shooting film projects on the GH4 and the GH5 for a while now. I love wide angle, so it's been challenging to find the best lens until I found this one. This lens offers full control over focus and aperture. The addition of a clickless aperture is especially excellent. The 12mm focal length (equal to about 24mm on a full frame), gets me the most out of my images. Especially when composing for the 2:35 aspect ratio. This lens is a must-have for Micro 4/3 video shooters, especially cinematographers. Highly recommended. 5

NJ Astro	19/06/2024
[T1.9 f/1.8] I really enjoy these binoculars. I compared a variety of other binoculars before selecting the Kowa. I like the design and performance for the price. 5

dlmphotog	21/04/2024
[1:10] High quality optics in a lightweight portable package. I am very impressed with the quality of this product. Construction is first rate and very solid with good ergonomic features. The optics are amazing with no color fringing or distortion. I use the scope with a KOWA TSE-Z9B 20-60x eyepiece, another quality item. I am amazed every time I use this scope at the distances I can see, with such detail! I can spend hours looking through the scope enjoying all the detail that has been hiding in plain sight. You can even get photos using and iPhone held up the eyepiece The image is surrounded by a black circle but the detail is amazing. I would recommend the CNW-10 Kowa Cordura Carrying Case. The case is great and is very fast to open and offers protection from bumps and scrapes. You will also need a solid tripod and head as any vibration is easily seen at the high magnification this scope is capable of. 5